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For their 50th wedding anniversary, this couple asked for one gift: Donations to their local dementia charity

In lieu of gifts, the couple asked their loved ones to make a donation for their special celebration.

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For 40 years, this dental franchise has offered free care to anyone in need for the holidays

Comfort Dental’s Care Day has taken place on December 23 since 1984.

A husband, wife, and baby stand in front of a green, leafy wall, smiling. They are Andrew Rose Gregory and Casey McIntyre.

After his wife died, he raised $1M to honor her dying wish: Clearing the medical debt of strangers

It has now been two years since Casey McIntyre’s posthumous “Debt Jubilee” went viral. Her husband, Andrew Rose Gregory, reflects on her life and impact.

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10K strangers respond to woman's request for Christmas cards after announcing she has terminal cancer

“After finding out last week that this is probably going to be my last Christmas, I am looking for ways to make it super special,” the 47-year-old mom of three shared in a now-viral Facebook post.

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This Florida program reduced preterm births by 30%. Could it be a model for other states?

According to the March of Dimes, preterm birth and low birthweight-related health complications cause 37.5% of infant deaths nationwide.

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Eric Minikel and Sonia Vallabh smile together in a science lab

Scientist diagnosed with the rare disease that took her mother's life dedicates her life to finding a cure

Sonia Vallabh had already obtained her law degree from Harvard, but after her diagnosis, decided to retrain in biomedical engineering.

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Buying a gift for a loved one with cancer? Skip the care package and help with meals and laundry instead

Sociologists found acts of service to be much more memorable and helpful than a care package.

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Obituaries are the most-read parts of newspapers. Here's what 38 million tributes reveal about 'a life well-lived'

A new study examined 38 million American obituaries. Here's what the findings revealed.

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6th grader Julian stands behind a metal cart with an Oregon license plate spelling his name

Meal time was extra challenging for this disabled first grader, so a lunch lady made him a custom 'cafeteria cart'

First grader Julian has a form of dwarfism, and his cart helps him navigate the cafeteria and get his lunch with ease.

Health Good News

People, organizations, and governments improving people's health

For their 50th wedding anniversary, this couple asked for one gift: Donations to their local dementia charity

For 40 years, this dental franchise has offered free care to anyone in need for the holidays

After his wife died, he raised $1M to honor her dying wish: Clearing the medical debt of strangers

10K strangers respond to woman's request for Christmas cards after announcing she has terminal cancer

This Florida program reduced preterm births by 30%. Could it be a model for other states?

Good News This Week: December 20, 2025 - Puppets, Raccoons, & Grandmas

Scientist diagnosed with the rare disease that took her mother's life dedicates her life to finding a cure

Buying a gift for a loved one with cancer? Skip the care package and help with meals and laundry instead

Good News This Week: December 13, 2025 - Pies, Hats, & Sea Cows

Obituaries are the most-read parts of newspapers. Here's what 38 million tributes reveal about 'a life well-lived'

Good News This Week: December 6, 2025 - Sharks, Santas, & Solar Panels

Meal time was extra challenging for this disabled first grader, so a lunch lady made him a custom 'cafeteria cart'

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